INCI name : Calcium hydroxide

OTHER NAMES ON THE LABEL

Calcium hydroxide, Soluté d'hydroxyde de calcium, Solution d'hydroxyde de calcium.

KNOWN DATA TO-DATE

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REGULATORY DATA

Hair straighteners containing two components: calcium hydroxide and a guanidine salt
Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation (finished cosmetic produc)
• 7% (as calcium hydroxide).
Wording of conditions of use and warnigs
• Contains alkali. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Can cause blindness.

pH adjuster for depilatories
Restrictions
• pH < 12,7.
Wording of conditions of use and warnigs
• Contains alkali. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes.

Other uses (e.g. pH adjuster, processing aid)
Restrictions
• pH < 11.